PiXtend V2 -L- Hardware Manual
2. Important Information
This chapter contains information about the subject to change topic, the intended use, the
technical condition of the described product, the disclaimer, the safety notices and where
to get help.
2.1. Subject to Change
The company Qube Solutions GmbH reserves the right to revise or amend this
documentation in whole or in part if this serves the technical progress or if existing
software components have to be changed or new ones have been created. The user will
always find the latest version of this documentation at
http
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2.2. Intended Use
PiXtend V2 -L- is used in combination with the single-board computer "Raspberry Pi"
(Raspberry Pi Foundation, UK registered charity 1129409), which is already included in the
product (PiXtend V2 -L- ePLC Basic / Pro) or has to be bought by the customer as an
accessory (PiXtend V2 -L- Extension Board).
The PiXtend V2 -L- system fulfills the function of a programmable logic controller (PLC) or
an electrical measuring, control, regulating and laboratory device. It can read and evaluate
sensors and control actuators. The logic programming of inputs and outputs can be done,
among other things, with the software "CODESYS V3" from the company 3S Smart
Software Solutions GmbH. Qube Solutions also provides components for other
programming languages and systems from the areas of IT and home automation that the
customer can use. Instructions and examples have been created by Qube Solutions for
this purpose.
The PiXtend V2 -L- devices are designed for dry indoor environments - protection classes
IP20 (ePLC Pro) and IP00 (Extension Board and ePLC Basic). Operation outside and in
humid/wet rooms is not permitted, except the PiXtend units are installed in a suitable
housing. The devices are not designed for hazardous areas or safety critical systems /
installations.
PiXtend V2 -L- devices can be used equally in the industrial/commercial environment as in
educational facilities and in residential areas.
PiXtend V2 -L- offers the possibility, under certain conditions, of switching hazardous
voltages. Work on dangerous voltages is only permitted for qualified personnel (the
requirements may differ from country to country). If in doubt, the use of dangerous
voltages is prohibited.
Apart from this, PiXtend is suitable for all persons aged 14 and over who have read and
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